September 2012 archive

In 1999, California launched its last version of the Science Safety Handbook. That is until now. After a dreaded 13 years, the new version is finally here. You can download a copy of the 2012 Science Safety Handbook here: http://www.cde.ca.gov/pd/ca/sc/documents/scisafebk2012.pdf In addition, you may want to purchase this book for your chemical hygiene officer: Bretherick’s …

Please check out our new section of interesting articles we have added to our website. The link is in the drop down menu under “News ” on the Main Menu at the top of each page. Articles are primarily related to the concerns of public entities. Access CalPRIMA News by clicking on the News tab …

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Leadership Principles with Terrie Norris, former President of ASSE Meet Terrie Norris In this episode of The Risk Control Show we are gong to peak behind the curtain and find out what it takes to be a world leader in safety and health. Terrie, the former President of ASSE, explains what it was like to …

To Protect or Not To Protect Social Media has exploded over the last 5 years and it is certainly here to stay. Social media offers a great venue to voice your opinions, share photos, and connect with friends and co-workers. On the flip-side, protection from sexual harassment, discrimination and other protected activities are increasing. The …

Accumulated state worker leave prompted California’s park scandal What started as a quiet scheme to draw down excessive leave hours built up by state parks managers quickly spread, first to hardship cases and then to the rank and file, according to recently released state investigative documents. Park-Scandal-8 21 2012

Calpers Defends Pension Benefits While Risking Losses The California Public Employees’ Retirement System, the largest U.S. pension,is defending government workers against criticism of their benefits even while it risks losses as municipalities, faced with rising retirement costs, file for bankruptcy. Calpers-Defense-8-20-2012